Would you like to win a Turtle Island honeymoon?

June 30, 2009 Leave a Comment

Now that you’ve viewed our post from yesterday on Turtle Island, we know that you’re totally swooning over the idea of honeymooning on Turtle Island. While you have your fiancé beef up the honeymoon savings fund, you should also enter Get Married’s Win a Honeymoon in Paradise Giveaway.    Don’t forget to read the official contest rules.  We’re sending good luck your way!  Should you win, don’t forget to send us pictures of your fabulous vacation courtesy of Get Married.  Heck!  Should you go, send us pictures!

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Click Image :: Get Married Win a Honeymoon in Paradise Turtle Island, Fiji valued at over $20,000!

[To your precious nuptial :: Cheers!]

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Turtle Island :: A Look At Mystery Island No. One

June 29, 2009 4 Comments

Last week, we began our Mystery Island series. Congratulations to Tannie who was the first to most accurately solve the mystery to Mystery Island Number One!

Turtle Island…

When you think of a luxury honeymoon or getaway, you may think of a five star resort that offers state of the art spa services, a private butler and beautifully plated cuisines on modern developed land. Turtle Island offers luxury in a very natural Fijian way.

This naturally beautiful destination sits off the beaten path in Fiji. Purchased by Richard Evanson in 1972, one would imagine that Mr. Evanson knew he a diamond in the rough. Coming from the Americas hustle and bustle, this brilliant cable television business man and Harvard Engineering graduate, arrived with a tent, refrigerator and a generator. His hard work and dedication has revamped this gorgeous 500 acre once deserted island into a dream location.

After allowing the 1980′s filming of The Blue Lagoon, Richard enjoyed seeing others appreciate the beauty of this island and allowed private access for up to fourteen couples. This limited access promotes the preservation of the island’s natural beauty.

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The Blue Lagoon

Plan a luxurious honeymoon visit or rent the island for a week.  You will enjoy:

Beach Front Cottage :: Turtle Island

Beach Front Cottage :: Sleeps two adults and up to four kids

Cottage Living Area

Cottage Living Area

Cottage Sleeping Area

Cottage Sleeping Area

All Food and Beverages

All Food

All Beverages

All Beverages

All Activities :: deep sea fishing, scuba diving, horseback riding, mountain biking, sunset cruise, sailing, snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing and use of all sporting equipment

All Activities :: deep sea fishing, scuba diving, horseback riding, mountain biking, sunset cruise, sailing, snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing and use of all sporting equipment

Dedicated Bure Mama

Dedicated Bure Mama

Complimentary Lomi Lomi half hour message per guest

Complimentary Lomi Lomi half hour message per guest

… and more (including a personal nanny for each child)!

Current rates are $300,000 USD per week (all inclusive of features and taxes) for a full island’s rental.  If you’re looking for couple rates or honeymoon rates, one can take advantage of current special of stay for seven nights and pay for five.

Yes, Turtle Islands offer destination weddings.  Experience a unique Fijian style wedding at the famous Blue Lagoon!

[To your precious nuptial :: Cheers!]

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Image Credits :: Turtle Island, Fiji

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The Circle :: Love and Your Wedding

June 27, 2009 2 Comments

As a Houston, Texas based destination wedding planner, we often share world stories of traditions, customs and symbolism with our clients.  The circle is one of my favorites.

A cycle, completion, wholeness, unity, centering, unending…

These are some of the things that come to my mind in reference to the circle.  Isn’t it ironic that these may also be referenced to love and marriage?

The Circle…

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A closed plane curve consisting of all points at a given distance from a point within it called the center. Equation: x 2 + y2 = r2.

With this ring…

The wedding band is the most familiar circle symbol around.  The symbol of everlasting love.

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"From the earliest times, the circle has been a symbol of completeness, a symbol of committed love. An unbroken and never ending circle symbolizes a commitment of love that is also never ending." --Michael Barlow-Sparkman

Family circle and circle of friends…

Your circle of family and friends will be your never ending support system as you begin the next chapter of your life.  JP Photography captures this symbolism beautifully in this image.  The Polish wedding unveiling ceremony offers a good example of incorporating this symbolism.

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Hawaii’s Circle of Flowers and Wedding Leis…

In Hawaii, the circle of flowers is also known as the circle of love and serves as the alter in which the couple is Maui’d.  Just kidding, married.  As with the traditional wedding band, it holds a symbol of everlasting love.  Your circle of family and friends my participate by adding single blooms to the circle shape arrangement.

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The couple’s exchange of wedding leis at the beginning of the ceremony symbolizes love, commitment and respect.

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The Wedding Lasso…

Made as two circles joined into a figure eight shape, the lasso is often seen in Catholic Spanish/Hispanic and Philippine (Cord and Veil Ceremony) wedding ceremonies.  My Spiritual Wedding offers the pictured example below.

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The Circle of Life…

Marriage is a natural part of life’s cycle.  Perhaps the biggest circle symbol, we know this cycle as the “circle of life.”  It most often happens  just past the life’s autumn and unselfish surface.  Adulthood enhances our ability to swim through our life’s growth processes.  This is our life’s full moon and our prime as our paths are ready to embrace marriage as a new chapter of our life’s cycle.

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From the Greek wedding tradition of the couple circling the alter to the Indian wedding tradition of  the couple’s exchange of garland, the circle is used in a variety of symbols, customs and beliefs.  Yet all carries a heavy foundation to begin a new chapter of life as husband and wife.  How can you be inspired by the circle?

[To your precious nuptial :: Cheers!]

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Photo Credits ::

Wedding Band :: Posh Woman

Bride with Bridal Party :: JP Photography

Leis and Circle of Flowers :: Maui-Angels.com

Wedding Lasso :: My Spiritual Wedding

Circle of Life :: Will return to update : Amended from original version

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Tale of Mystery Island :: No. One

June 24, 2009 10 Comments
Be the first to comment above with a CORRECT answer to our “Mystery Island” will win a $10.00 Amazon gift certificate!

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CLUE #1 :: South Pacific

CLUE #2 :: Private Island

CLUE #3 :: Brooke Shields  {correction}

CLUE #4 :: “Blue” waters…

[To your precious nuptial :: Cheers!]

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Divisi Strings :: Big Tweet

June 23, 2009 Leave a Comment

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**BIG TWEET**

Mozart to Madonna, Bach to the Beatles. Book a quartet by June 24 @ noon for your wedding/reception(4hrs) and save $250!

All summer long, Divisi Strings will be introducing Big Tweet specials. Big Tweets won’t last long. Act quickly if you’re looking to hire Divisi Strings for you up coming event.

Divisi performing with cellist Louis-Marie Fardet

[To your precious nuptial :: Cheers!]

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Colour Me Butterfly

June 20, 2009 1 Comment

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This past Thursday, @TweetMyWedding of Overheard Wedding Twitter posted this picture of this oh so gorgeous gown!  We would love to see the right bride express their self with this inspiration.  Gorgeous!  Isn’t it?

This beautiful creation is part of Luly Yang’s Metamorphosis collection.  The name of this collection is rather fitting.

Cocoon :: Concept   +   Caterpillar :: Development   =  Colour Me Butterfly

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Colour Me Butterfly

We think Luly Yang’s website says it best.

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[To your precious nuptial :: Cheers!]

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Photo Credits:

Gown :: Flickr Photo via outlier*

Marigold & Tealights :: Brides.com

Pomander Branch & Feather Ornaments :: {LD} Design

White Butterfly Cake :: Who Made the Cake?

Birdcage Veil :: Castle Bride Couture

Feather Shoes :: Halberg Photographers

Butterfly Release :: Lake Lanier Official Vistors Guide

Cocktail Hour Setup :: BBJ Linen

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We voted for our favorite couple! You should too!!

June 19, 2009 Leave a Comment

CLICK TO IMAGE TO VOTE!

CLICK TO IMAGE TO VOTE!

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Dancing with Brides :: Vote for your favorite fancy foot couple!

June 19, 2009 Leave a Comment

This past spring BRIDES magazine invited engaged couples to participate in our first-ever instructional dance series contest, DANCING WITH BRIDES! Twelve semifinalists from New York, Chicago and Dallas have mastered their ‘first dance’ ­ check out their moves by going to brides.com/dancingwithbrides. There, you can vote for your favorite couple and the final three will face off in the finals for a chance to win a grand prize of $10,000!

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Voting is open until July 8th!

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Fleur-de-lis :: Lily Flower

June 18, 2009 2 Comments
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Fleur De Lis :: Captured in Florence, Italy

I must admit that the longer I stay away from my native Louisiana heritage.  The more intrigued I become with the history, the culture, the symbols, and everything Louisiana.  I’ve learn to embrace each opportunity that presents me to visit, even if for brief periods of time.

My earlier days were filled with blur moments, no real interest, and many dreams of what awaited me outside the “little boot” I know as home.  My mature years, as they so often are, has become years of revelation.  You know:  The eye opening experience builders!  Things that I once glossed over now interest me.

I remember seeing this funny looking three leaf design everywhere.  It was one of those common things that you accepted and never really questioned.  If you know me, you know that I’m a total “find out for yourself if you want to know” type of gal.  I now know this symbol has been around long before heraldry, but thanks to our European migraters, we may share in its beauty and inspiration.

Lily flower also captured in Florence, Italy

Lily flower also captured in Florence, Italy

The Fleur-de-lis, which may also be spelled ‘Fleur-de-lys’, means lily flower.  A lily flower with three petals that each symbolizes something different, something meaningful.  Bibically, it’s a symbol of Holy Trinity.  Writers have commonly described these petals to mean faith, wisdom, and chivalry.  All are aspects a sound marriage and a wonderful inspriation to designing your wedding day.  The outcome will be for more than a wedding day design.  It will be a wedding day design that bears heart felt significance.

Say it softly.

Let it roll off your tongue.

It’s speaks romance.

Soft… Dainty… Beautiful…

Classic beauty that can inspire the masses!

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How does Fleur De Lis inspire you??

[To your precious nuptial :: Cheers!]

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Inspiration Photo Credits ::

Bouquet : artfool

Napkin Fold : Roter Ochs

Cake : Sedona Cake Couture

Cake Balls : cake by bridges™

Gown : YSA Makino

Flatware : Beverly Bremer

Linen : Wildflower Linens

Jewelry : Irda Jewelry

Place Card Holder :  French Quarter Market

Invitation : Gourmet Invitations

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Welcome Bags for Your Beach Wedding!

June 16, 2009 5 Comments

If you’re into maximizing the experience for the guests attending your beach destination wedding, here’s your chance to offer a grand welcome!  As part of creating the experience, you’ll create a lasting memory and over hear your wedding guests saying, “Oh!  Wasn’t the welcome tote from Tamara and Steve simply fabulous?!”

Step One :: Find a keepsake tote that’s makes a statement

Spotted at Newport News for a bargin $24!

Spotted at Newport News for a bargin $24!

Aggie Fan clear beach tote only $12.95 at Football Fanatics! Don't worry your team is listed too!

Aggie Fan clear beach tote only $12.95 at Football Fanatics! Don't worry your team is listed too!

Personalize this Chino Deck tote with a picture of the happy couple for about $10!

Personalize this Chino Deck tote with a picture of the happy couple for about $10!

Pick your flip flop and your guest's name for only $14.95 at Personal Creations.

Pick your flip flop and your guest's name for only $14.95 at Personal Creations.

Make a cultural statement. This Miller Home Fashions tote was found at Amazon for $28.99 each.

Make a cultural statement. This Miller Home Fashions tote was found at Amazon for $28.99 each.

Step Two ::  Add fun and necessary items

Don’t over personalize your items, but bottled water is a nice way to bring in your event brand.  We love Bottle Your Brand (the source of these great pics)!

Add a picture...

Add a picture...

... include a welcome statement

... include a welcome statement

... or simply brand it!

... and/or brand it!

Step Three :: Add a few essentials

With all the special baggage requirements on flights these days, travel sized items will be a hit!  If guests haven’t traveled in a while, or had to forfeit items at security check, they’ll love you more because of your thoughtfulness.  Other essentials may include items like a beach towel or flip flops.

My all time favorite one stop shop for anything trial size!

My all time favorite one stop shop for anything trial size!

Another great source for travel size items of all sorts!

Another great source for travel size items of all sorts!

Top it off with Sephora lip balm if you really like them! {wink}

Top it off with Sephora lip balm if you really like them! {wink}

Step Four ::  Add a little local flair

Local favorites of food, crafts, maps, wine, et cetera….

Step Five :: Add a little fun

A deck of cards for adult down time and fun for the child at heart.  Your guests will appreciate you giving them a little something to do during down times.

Dollar Days offers discount board games suitable for adults.

Dollar Days offers discount board games suitable for adults.

Family Travel Gear offers travel sized games for the little ones.

Family Travel Gear offers travel sized games for the little ones.

Step Six :: Include your Wedding Guests Itinerary

Don’t forget to include a copy of your wedding guest itinerary.  We reviewed this briefly on day three of our 20 Elements of a Successful Destination Wedding Series.

Helpful Hint ::  Most of these items can be shipped to your destination

Don’t forget to check with your hotel policy ahead of time.  We suggest add this to the shipping address:

Hold for :  Jane Doe / Check in 00/00/2011

You will need to set up a system to track delivery confirmation.  Since you will be arriving ahead of time to ensure residency requirements are set, this will be a good time to assemble bags (or have your Destination Wedding Planner team do it for you).

[To your precious nuptial :: Cheers!]

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